Cannon vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cannon

Boy #766 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"large gun, artillery piece"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#766
Total SSA Count
331
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Can

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Popularity Comparison

Cannon Rank #766
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #766 for Cannon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cannon ___

  • Cannon James
  • Cannon Lee
  • Cannon Dale
  • Cannon Ray
  • Cannon Scott
  • Cannon Wayne

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cannon

Hunter Maverick Gauge Remington Ryder

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cannon or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cannon at #766 in the United States.

What do Cannon and Theodore mean?

Cannon means "large gun, artillery piece" (Old French origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Cannon and Theodore boy or girl names?

Cannon is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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